School Finance Assistant ( Hybrid Position)

Employment type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Location: South London.

Salary: £100- £145 per a day. (Depending on experience)

Duration: This hybrid position - 2 days on-site and 3 days remote work, with relevant experience required to support your application

Agency: CloudStone Education Services

Are you passionate about supporting the smooth financial operations of a school? Do you have a strong understanding of school finances, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities? Join our team as a School Finance Assistant at a prestigious school in South London. This is a hybrid (remote/ work from home) position, offering 2 days on-site work and 3 days of remote work each week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Finance Officer(s) in delivering value-added, customer-focused business support, ensuring Headteachers meet financial needs through sound financial management and reporting.
• Assist in developing financial competence and compliance in using school financial systems (e.g., Xero, Approval Max).
• Process purchase orders, invoices, and manage goods receipts, ensuring audit trails and obtaining best value for goods and services.
• Produce regular and ad-hoc financial reports for stakeholders and manage internal charges (e.g., reprographics, catering).
• Oversee finance records, including accruals and prepayments, and manage quarterly and annual accounts closure.
• Manage school fund operations, including bank reconciliation, invoicing, debt collection, and liaising with suppliers.
• Update and maintain the school’s Asset Register, manage the collection of music fees, and handle insurance and telephone system matters.
• Support the Finance Officer with financial reporting, contracts, leases, and compliance, while ensuring efficiency, value for money, and effective stakeholder relationships.

Key Requirements:

• Experience of working in maintained schools with an understanding of school accounts.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience in school budget setting, monitoring, and account closures.
• Ability to interpret financial data and apply logic and judgment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build effective working relationships.
• Strong organizational skills, able to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Xero, school finance systems, IT, and Excel.
• Quick learner with a financial qualification (CIPFA/AAT) or currently studying towards one.
• Experience using Approval Max.

How to Apply:

We look forward to hearing from you. Please email your CV to Shannon Freer or visit our website and apply online at CloudStone | Education Services (cloud-stone.co.uk).

About Us:

CloudStone Education Services focuses solely on non-teaching roles within schools and universities across London and the Home Counties. We pride ourselves on providing high standards for candidates, schools, and universities alike. We will help you find the right short-term, long-term, or permanent role in a school and location that suits you. We are also here to guide you through every step of the recruitment process and provide a wealth of resources and expert advice to support you in your search for the perfect role.